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Urology (Expert Forum)
Blood pockets on scrotum
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
KevinMD.com
Questions in the Urology forum are answered by Dr. Stephen Liroff, affiliated with the Henry Ford Hospital. Topics covered include benign prostate disease, penis curvature, cystisis, kidney stones, pediatric urology, prostate, sexual dysfunction, urinary tract infections (UTI), and urological cancers.
Blood pockets on scrotum
by aaron1951, Jan 17, 2006 12:00AM
I have these tiny dark red spots on my scrotum. There are many of them all over the scrotum. They appear to be located on small blood vessels. There is no pain associated with them, the only problem is when i take a shower and am washing they bust and bleed. Can u tell me what this is , the cause and cure.
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Jan 17, 2006 12:00AM
, Jan 17, 2006 12:00AM
Can't say for sure without examination.
You can consider various types of blood lesions stemming from blood disorders or platelet disorders (i.e. petechiae).
Infection is possible, but the symptoms that you have mentioned are not common for many genitourinary conditions (i.e. epididymitis, prostatitis etc.).
You can consider a blood count as well as coagulation studies to ensure there is no bleeding disorder present.
Regardless, I would consider a urologist consult to further evaluate your symptoms.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_b
You can consider various types of blood lesions stemming from blood disorders or platelet disorders (i.e. petechiae).
Infection is possible, but the symptoms that you have mentioned are not common for many genitourinary conditions (i.e. epididymitis, prostatitis etc.).
You can consider a blood count as well as coagulation studies to ensure there is no bleeding disorder present.
Regardless, I would consider a urologist consult to further evaluate your symptoms.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_b
